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Hear the dynamic voices behind our featured podcasts. Our hosts interview experts in the field, founders who solved real problems in their businesses, sports icons that translated their success on the field into serial business achievements, and influencers that help us understand what makes excellence possible.

John Brenkus: ESPN’s Sport Science and the Study of Decision-Making

John Brenkus, known as the creator and host of Sport Science, talks about what he’s learned about decision-making and momentum from his time studying the world’s greatest athletes, martial artists, and special forces officers. Host David Meltzer and six-time Emmy-winner John Brenkus discuss what tangible measures of performance John looks for, as well as the intangibles that make the world’s best into such consistent winners, such as their reaction to adrenaline and the ability to quickly recognize patterns.

The Skinny Confidential: Influencer Branding in 2019

Lauryn Evarts Bosstick &amp; Michael Bosstick, the co-hosts of The Skinny Confidential Him &amp; Her Podcast, discuss the evolution of The Skinny Confidential from its beginnings as a lifestyle blog to a multimedia powerhouse. The pair cover topics such as the misconceptions about being a social media influencer, dealing with criticism, building an engaged audience, and how to avoid unnecessary drama when working with your significant other.

Aubrey Marcus: Building a $28 Million Company with Compassion

Aubrey Marcus, the CEO and Founder of Onnit, speaks about the impact that emotional regulation has on an entrepreneur, and how your habitual choices can prepare you for success or impair your ability to achieve. The New York Times best-selling author and host of The Aubrey Marcus Podcast also discusses how introspection helps you to unravel the reasons behind your struggles, as well as the link between legacy and your potential.

Herm Edwards: ASU Football Coach Leading Millennials to Pursue Their Potential

Herm Edwards, head coach of the Arizona State Sun Devil football team, talks about his strategies to connect with and motivate his millennial team, as well as the “compass” that drives him towards success. He also discusses the role that good habits, positivity, and hearing (not listening) play in achievement, as well as the importance of betting on yourself.

Andrew Jenks: Seeking the Truth Through Storytelling

Andrew Jenks, award-winning filmmaker, documentarian, and host of the top podcast What Really Happened?, shares some background on his career, from his humble beginnings filming grass as a pre-teen to directing MTV's biggest new series launch ever, World of Jenks. He talks about the types of stories he enjoys telling the most, the inspiration he derives from his selfless parents, and how researching Michael Jordan has inspired him to help get a seemingly wrongly convicted killer out of prison.﻿

Psycho Bunny: How The Right Partnership Built a $20M Brand

Robert Goldman and Robert Godley, founders of the iconic Psycho Bunny clothing brand, share secrets to creating a successful business partnership, some of the struggles the company faced, and the origins of their logo design. The pair discuss the evolution of their clothing brand, why entrepreneurs need to give back to their communities, as well as how to leverage your passion for more success.

Maria Sharapova, one of the highest earning athletes in history, shares the business knowledge that she has accrued through her career, and how she positioned herself to learn from “heavy-hitters” outside of tennis, including NBA commissioner Adam Silver. Maria discusses what she’s learned building and scaling her company, Sugarpova, as well as the role of trust for entrepreneurial success.

Paige VanZant: Competitor in the Cage and Building Championship Confidence

Paige VanZant, UFC fighter, Dancing with the Stars champion, author, and more, talks about how practicing martial arts has changed everything in her life and empowered her to chase her potential. She covers topics such as dealing with fears caused abuse and bullying, finding the right partner in business and life, as well as how she uses her platform to inspire others.

Ryan Serhant: Master The Sales Cycle by Understanding Emotion

Ryan Serhant, star of Million Dollar Listing New York, shares the strategies that have made him into one of the most successful real estate brokers in the country. Ryan covers everything from how his previous jobs, roofing and acting, prepared him to excel in the business world, to the role that emotions play in the sales cycle, as well as when you should sell.

Lecrae: Hip Hop Humility and Busyness vs. Productivity

Lecrae, Grammy-winning recording artist, songwriter, record producer, and actor, discusses what drives him to share messages of acceptance and patience with his music, as well as the “why” that motivates him to learn and grow as an artist, father, and entrepreneur. He also covers the roles that mentorship, acceptance, and patience play in success.

Baron Davis: Brains, Basketball, and Balling in Business

Baron Davis, former NBA All-Star and venture capitalist, talks about how he applies the lessons he learned on the court to his countless business projects. Davis covers topics such as the invaluable life advice he received from his grandmother, why entrepreneurs must stay nimble and agile, and the role that mastering your calendar plays in your ability to excel.&nbsp;

Rob Pannell: Attacking Life and Business

Rob Pannell, a gold-medal winning member of Team USA Lacrosse, talks about his struggles as an un-recruited high school athlete, how his parents pushed him during the good times and the struggles, and the importance of sharing your feelings with others.

Bradley Martyn: Maxing Out on Awareness

Bradley Martyn, talks about how his perspective on life was altered by his father’s passing, the impact of fear and anxiety in his life, and his drive to provide inspiration for others to dream big. Bradley covers everything from the relationship between awareness and happiness, how to build a YouTube channel that resonates with others, and his dreams for the future.

Howard Behar: Consistency, Coffee, and How to Treat People

Howard Behar, founding President of Starbucks Coffee, shares secrets to building a “people-focused business”, and the strategies he used to scale Starbucks from having 28 stores into the global force it is today. Howard discusses the principles of servant leadership that are essential for any executive, as well as the importance of having a plan for your life.

Chris “Drama” Pfaff: Small Town Kid Becomes Big-Time Entrepreneur

Chris “Drama” Pfaff, Founder and CEO of Young & Reckless, shares his thoughts on the failures of today’s educational system for entrepreneurs, how he drew inspiration to build his clothing brand from the approaches of Rob Dyrdek and Ken Block, and how asking for help has greatly accelerated his success.

John Assaraf: How To Properly Utilize Your Brain

John Assaraf, New York Times best-selling author and the CEO of NeuroGym, details the neuroscience of success and how training your brain is key to achieving maximum performance. John discusses how to strengthen your "neuro-muscles" and create positive mental habits with "Innercises" for your brain.

Dave Roberts: Pushing Through Adversity and Inspiring with Diversity

Dave Roberts, Manager of the Los Angeles Dodgers, talks about how experiencing adversity sports help to build a stronger character, and how he relays this message to the next generation of athletes. Dave discusses how to deal with labels or rejection from others, and how to use them to fuel your success.

“Sugar” Ray Leonard: The Heart of a Champion

"Sugar" Ray Leonard, one of the greatest boxers of all time, opens up and shares how his approach to the sweet science helped him to beat talented opponents before they even stepped in the ring. Ray discusses the characteristics that made him such a phenomenal athlete, where he drew his inspiration, as well as his struggle to come to grips with abuse he experienced in childhood.

Dan Patrick: Empowering the Next Generation of Sportscasters

Dan Patrick, one of the biggest names in sports broadcasting and host of the Dan Patrick Show, talks about his winding path to ESPN, how he dealt with rejection as a young man, and how he and Full Sail University have created a program to provide the next generation of sportscasters with tools to compete in the media industry.

Ming Tsai: Brilliantly Dishing on Being a Chef

Ming Tsai, Emmy-winning chef, sits down with David Meltzer to share his thoughts on building the skills to be a successful restaurateur and chef, how his squash career impacted his life, and the role that mentors have played in shaping him.

Paul Rodriguez: The Obsessively Curious Skater

Paul Rodriguez, stud skateboarder, actor, and entrepreneur, chats with David Meltzer about the numerous lessons he’s learned while creating businesses, both inside and outside of the skateboarding world.

Martellus Bennett: Champion of Imagination

Martellus Bennett, Super Bowl Champion and Creative Director of Awesomeness for the Imagination Agency, shares with David Meltzer his approach to making dreams into reality, and how he works to inspire the next generation to catch their dreams.

Anthony Lynn: Running Back Who Pays it Forward

Anthony Lynn, Head Coach of the Los Angeles Chargers, talks about his approach to coaching an NFL team, how to deal with social media distractions, and the legacy he wants to leave in football and in life.

Metta World Peace: Combating Hate with Peace

Metta World Peace, former NBA star turned entrepreneur, sits down with David Meltzer to share his thoughts on empowering the next generation to come together and rebuild, as well as how to deal with the negative perceptions of others.

Ray Lewis: Why a Raven Says to Fly with Eagles

Ray Lewis, NFL Hall of Famer and 2x Super Bowl Champion, talks with David Meltzer about the mindset that made him into one of the most feared players on the field and one of the most respected players off the field.

Victor Cruz: Bringing Authentic Energy to a Brand

Victor Cruz, the Super Bowl winning wideout famous for his touchdown celebration dance, discusses how his upbringing impacted his work ethic, what it’s like having mentors like Maverick Carter, and why he is motivated to impact others every day.

Tim Brown: From Marching Band to the Hall of Fame

Tim Brown, Heisman winner and Hall of Fame wideout, discusses with David Meltzer the role his over-developed ego played early in his career, as well as the importance of his faith in his everyday life.

Ryan Leaf: From the Biggest Bust to Most Honest Man Alive

Ryan Leaf, former #2 draft pick in the NFL, chats with David Meltzer about the mindset that led to him becoming one of the most well-known “busts” in sports history, as well as the many life lessons he’s learned from changing that mindset.

Colton Haynes: Being More Authentic and Loving What You Do

Colton Haynes, star of Teen Wolf and Arrow, chats with David Meltzer about the struggles he went through before coming out and how he learned to live a more authentic life.

Chris Gardner: Happyness and The American Dream

Chris Gardner, the inspiration behind the hit book and movie The Pursuit of Happyness, talks with David Meltzer about the importance of having a Plan A that is clear, concise, compelling, consistent, and committed.

Thriving Off Chaos with Barstool Sports and Dave Portnoy

Dave Portnoy, President of Barstool Sports and the leader of the Stoolie Army, joins David Meltzer to discuss engaging fans and staying true to your message.